braced

Definitions of braced
  1. adjective
    held up by braces or buttresses
    synonyms: buttressed
    supported
    held up or having the weight borne especially from below
  2. adjective
    positioned so as to be ready for confrontation or danger
    “he stood to attention with his shoulders braced”
    synonyms:
    prepared
    made ready or fit or suitable beforehand
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